What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parks Mowing and Landscape Technician position at Park District of Franklin Park?
The Park District of Franklin Park is seeking a candidate for Parks Mowing and Landscape Technician in the Parks Department.
The primary responsibility of this position is to complete the district mowing routes during the growing season (April-November). This position leads a crew of 1-2 part-time staff members to complete tasks.
In addition to the mowing responsibilities, this position performs a variety of park and facility-related maintenance throughout the year. These will include: care, upkeep, repair, improvements, and routine and preventative maintenance on mowers, park grounds, buildings as well as assisting others in the delivery of quality recreational service.
Additional information can be found at: https://www.applitrack.com/fpparks/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Parks
Salary Range: $16.75 to $18.75 an hour
Salary and Benefits
The position is full-time and salary is dependent on qualifications. The position includes a competitive benefits package, including: Blue Cross / Blue Shield Health Insurance - The employee has a choice of Blue Cross/Blue Shield Blue Advantage HMO, PPO or HSA. The Park District pays 100% of the premium for HMO. If the employee chooses PPO individual or family coverage the employee pays 50% of the difference between the PPO and HSA PPO premium. VSP Vision Insurance - If you choose to participate in the VSP Vision Care Plan / VSP Choice Plan, the premium will be deducted from your first paycheck of each month. Guardian Dental Insurance - If you choose to participate in the Guardian Dental Insurance, the premium will be deducted from your first paycheck of each month. Guardian Life Insurance - The Park District pays 100% of the premium for Life Insurance coverage for you from Guardian Life, equaling to one year’s salary plus $25,000. Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund Pension / Defined Benefit Plan (IMRF) Short- and Long-Term Disability (IMRF) Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement Professional Membership Dues Reimbursement Park District Facility Discounts and Usage Benefits
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.75 - $18.75 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid jury duty
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Morning shift
Ability to Relocate:
- Franklin Park, IL 60131: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19